General Operating and Service Manual
SAF Air suspension systems and
axles with disc brakes
Edition 03/2014
Vehicle and axle identification
Air suspension system,
Type INTRA
The axle type designation
(Version), identification
number and serial number
(see type plate) are required
for the warranty procedure.
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Air suspension system,
Type MODUL
GB 2
D
Type plate
SAF-HOLLAND GMBH
D-63856 BESSENBACH · GERMANY
7
261
0 6 3 09
Identification if the type plate is missing:
The Serial No. of the axle is embossed in the
axle end on the right-hand side (as seen in the
direction of travel).
Vehicle and axle identification
Trailer manufacturer..................................................................................................................
Body type..................................................................................................................................
Chassis No.................................................................................................................................
Date of delivery/date of registration..........................................................................................
Spare parts service for SAF-HOLLAND axles and suspension systems
Exact type designations are required for spare parts orders.
Please enter the identification data of the suspension system in the type plate illustrated below so that the correct
information is available when necessary.
Example
Ident. No.
247 91 34 7 49 20
Prod. No. (Serial No.)
261 06 3 097
1st axle
2nd axle
3rd axle
4th axle
5th axle
Enter the axle data from the type plate
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SAF-HOLLAND GMBH
D-63856 BESSENBACH · GERMANY
3 D
GB
Contents
GB
Page
Identification of axles........ ....................................................................................................................................... 2-3
General safety instructions ...........................................................................................................................................6
General service instructions..........................................................................................................................................7
Tightening torques........................................................................................................................................................8
Fuels, oils and tools.......................................................................................................................................................9
Service schedule
SK RB / RLB / SKNLB / SKVLB 9019 / 9022
BI9-19 / BI9-22 / BIL9-19 / BIL9-22 / BINL9-19 / BINL9-22 / BIVL9-19 / BIVL9-22
SI9-19 / SI9-22 / ZI9-19 / ZI9-22 / SI11-22 / ZI11-19 / ZI11-22...................................................................................10
SK RS / RZ 9019 / 9022 / 11019 / 11222.....................................................................................................................11
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Adjustment instructions
SKNLB / SKVLB 9019 / 9022
BINL9-19 / BINL 9-22 / BIVL9-19 / BIVL9-22......................................................................................................... 12-13
SKRLB 9019 / 9022
BIL9-19 / BIL9-22................................................................................................................................................... 14-15
Maintenance (visual inspection of brake pad wear)
Knorr disc brake Type SN7................................ SK RB / RLB 9022 K / KI
SK RS / RZ 9022 / 11222 K
Knorr disc brake Type SN6................................ SK RB / RLB 9019 K / KI
SK RS / RZ 9019 / 11019 K
BI9-19K / BIL9-19K / BINL9-19K / BIVL9-19K
SI9-19K / ZI9-19K / ZI11-19K............................................................16
Knorr disc brake Type SK7.................................SK RB / RLB 9022 KI01
BI9-22K01 / BIL9-22K01 / BINL9-22K01 / BIVL9-22K01
SI9-22K01 / ZI9-22K01 / SI11-22K01 / ZI11-22K01 / ZI11-22K11 /
SI11-22K11.......................................................................................17
Wabco disc brake Type PAN 22-1..................... SK RB / RLB 9022 W / WI
SK RS / RZ 9022 / 11222 W
Wabco disc brake Type PAN 19-1..................... SK RB / RLB 9019 W / WI
SK RS / RZ 9019 / 11019 W
Wabco disc brake Type PAN 22-1..................... BI9-22W / BIL9-22W / BINL9-22W / BIVL9-22W
SI9-22W / ZI9-22W / SI11-22W / ZI11-22W......................................18
GB 4
Contents
GB
Page
General information
Brake disc safety check...............................................................................................................................................19
Tightening instructions for adjustable pivot bolt.........................................................................................................20
Semi-trailer tilt angle...................................................................................................................................................21
Tyre changing on fully loaded trailer with INTRA axle................................................................................................22
Adjustment of the air suspension system ride height..................................................................................................23
Axle alignment............................................................................................................................................................24
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5 GB
General safety instructions
Please observe the following safety instructions in order to maintain the operational and road safety of your
SAF-HOLLAND axles and suspension systems:
1. The wheel contact surfaces between the wheel disc and wheel hub and the wheel nut contact surface at the
wheel disc must not be additionally painted. The contact surfaces must be clean, smooth and free from
grease. Failure to observe this may result in the wheel coming loose. Any additional instructions of the wheel
manufacturer must also be observed.
2. Only the wheel and tyre sizes approved by the trailer builder may be used. The tyres must always have the
specified inflation pressure.
3. The brake systems of the tractor and the trailer/semi-trailer must be synchronised by means of a tractor/trailer
brake synchronisation not later than 5,000 km after the initial start of operation of the trailer/semi-trailer
in order to ensure a safe and uniform braking behaviour and uniform brake pad wear. Tractor/trailer brake
synchronisations should be carried out by appropriately qualified and equipped brake workshops.
The use of an additional braking system, such as a trailer anti-jackknife brake is forbidden by law on vehicles
with type approval after January 1999.
4. Before starting a journey, ensure that the maximum permissible axle load is not exceeded and that the load is
distributed equally and uniformly.
5. On trailers with air suspension, ensure that the air bags are completely filled with air before starting the
journey. Incompletely filled air bags may result in damage to axles, suspension, frame and superstructure and
impair road safety.
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6. Ensure that the brakes are not overheated by continuous operation.
With drum brakes, overheating can result in a hazardous deterioration in the braking efficiency.
With disc brakes, overheating can result in damage to surrounding components – in particular the wheel
bearings. This can result in a significant deterioration in road safety, e.g. failure of wheel bearings.
7. The parking brake must not be immediately applied when the brakes are hot, as the brake discs and brake
drums may be damaged by different stress fields during cooling.
8. Use the supports provided when loading and unloading in order to avoid damage to the axle.
9. Observe the operating recommendation of the trailer builder for off-road operation of the installed axles and
suspension systems.
The SAF-HOLLAND definition of OFF-ROAD means driving on non-asphalted / non-concreted routes, such as
e.g. gravel roads, agricultural and forestry tracks, on construction sites and in gravel pits.
Off-road operation of SAF-HOLLAND axles and suspension systems not designed for the purpose may result in
damage and hence to an impairment of road safety.
10.SAF-HOLLAND axles and suspension systems require continuous care, service and maintenance in order to
maintain operational and road safety and to be able to recognise natural wear and defects in good time.
The daily inspection of the trailer for road safety before starting the journey is one of the driver’s obligations.
SAF-HOLLAND recommends that the tests and maintenance operations described on page 7 are carried out.
The SAF-HOLLAND repair manuals and instructions must always be observed during all repairs.
We recommend the use of original SAF-HOLLAND spare parts.
A close-knit service network of SAF-HOLLAND partner companies is available for the technical support of the
SAF-HOLLAND axles and suspension systems and for the supply of original SAF-HOLLAND spare parts (see rear
cover or on the Internet under www.safholland.com).
Updates will be published as necessary on the Internet under www.safholland.com.
GB 6
•
Caution: After every wheel change, be sure to retighten the wheel nuts to the prescribed torque after 50 km and
after 150 km.
•
Check the brake pad thickness at regular intervals, e.g. when checking the tyre inflation pressure. Minimum wear
limits*, see page 19.
•
Carry out regular visual checks of the brakes, tyres and all chassis components and inspect for secure mounting,
wear, leaks, corrosion and damage.
•
At each brake pad change, inspect the wheel bearing unit for grease leaks.
•
At each brake pad change, inspect the brake calliper guide system for free movement.
•
Inspect the outer and inner bellows on the brake calliper for splits and damage and for the correct seating of the
brake calliper adjuster cap at each brake pad change.
•
Inspect the brake disc for wear* and cracking at each brake pad change.
•
Check the air suspension system ride height according to the trailer builder’s instructions at regular intervals and
adjust, if necessary, as instructed on page 23.
•
With aluminium and stainless steel hanger brackets, check that the bolts of suspension arm bearings and shock
absorbers are tightened to the prescribed torque as described on page 8.
•
With MODUL suspension systems, check that the U-bolts is tightened to the torque specified on page 8 according
to the trailer builders instructions.
•
Carry out a general safety check according to the statutory requirements.
•
We recommend the use of only original SAF-HOLLAND spare parts.
•
In the case of steering axles, additionally observe the instructions on pages 12 to 15.
* We recommend that a safety check is performed when the minimum wear limit is reached.
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General safety instructions
7 GB
Tightening torques
Tightening torques SAF INTRA with steel hanger bracket
M12 (SW19)
40 Nm
M20x1.5 (SW30)
600 Nm
M30 (SW46)
400 Nm + 120º
M16 (WAF24)
180 Nm for steel plunger piston
80 Nm for plastic plunger piston
Tightening torques SAF INTRA with aluminium hanger bracket and
stainless steel hanger bracket
M12 (SW19)
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40 Nm
M20x1.5 (SW30)
600 Nm
M20x1.5 (SW30)
400 Nm
M30 (SW46)
400 Nm + 120º
M16 (WAF24)
180 Nm for steel plunger piston
80 Nm for plastic plunger piston
NOT MAINTENANCE-FREE!
Tightening torques SAF MODUL
M24x2 (SW36)
400 Nm
M12 (SW19)
40 Nm
M12 (WAF19) 80 Nm
for steel
plunger piston
M30 (SW46)
400 Nm + 120º
M22x1.5 (SW32)
580 Nm
M20 (SW30)
180 Nm
Cut-screw
K100x40 (WAF10)
20 Nm
for plastic
plunger piston
Attention!
• Threads not to be oiled or greased!
• Pivot bolt on steel hanger brackets maintenance-free.
• Service intervals for aluminium hanger brackets and stainless steel hanger brackets:
first check after 500 km, further check after every 6 months
Spring eye bolt:
Inspection torque 1,200 Nm
Shock absorber bolt: Inspection torque 400 Nm
Fuels, oils and tools
SK RB / RLB / SKNLB / SKVLB 9019 / 9022
BI9-19 / BI9-22 / BIL9-19 / BIL9-22 / BINL9-19 / BINL9-22 / BIVL9-19 /
BIVL9-22 / SI9-19 / SI9-22 / ZI9-19 / ZI9-22 / SI11-22K01 / ZI11-19 /
ZI11-22K01 / SI11-22K11 / ZI11-22K11
Assembly tools
Greases for repairs and maintenance
are included in all repair kits.
Axle nut wrench
Puller for hub unit
3/4” socket for Torx E24
Universal disc brake tool case Wrench for DSK bolts
12 point socket WAF 24 in 3/4” drive
17 mm socket For axle stub end:
Mounting paste
Part No 5 387 0021 01
Part No.
4 434 3828 00
4 434 3822 00
4 434 3824 00
3 434 3328 00
4 434 3831 00
4 434 3859 00
Commercially available
SK RS / RZ 9019 / 9022 / 11019 / 11222
Operating media specifications
Assembly tools
Part No
For wheel bearings
Part No 5 387 0011 05
Axle nut wrench
Puller for wheel hub
Lever for wheel cap
Universal disc brake tool case
17 mm socket
1 012 0024 00
4 434 3822 00
1 434 1041 00
3 434 3328 00
Commercially available
For rubber boots and brass bushes:
Part No 5 387 0016 00
For rubber guide sleeve:
Part No 5 387 0017 01
For axle stub end:
Part No 5 387 0021 01
Mounting paste
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Operating media specifications
9 GB
Service schedule
SK RB / RLB / SKNLB / SKVLB 9019 / 9022
BI9-19 / BI9-22 / BIL9-19 / BIL9-22 / BINL9-19 / BINL9-22 / BIVL9-19 /
BIVL9-22 / SI9-19 / SI9-22 / ZI9-19 / ZI9-22 / SI11-22 / ZI11-19 / ZI11-22
Hub Unit maintenance-free.
At each brake disc change, inspect for signs of wear (e.g. escaping grease).
Note during brake repairs: Carry out a visual inspection of the seals on the brake calliper.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners or liquid cleaners on the brake disc and hub unit.
Clean any residues of grease from the axle stub end and repack with grease.
Tighten axle nuts
On left-hand side in direction of travel: Left-hand thread
On right-hand side in direction of travel: Right-hand thread
Pretightening: 150 Nm, then turn the hub unit slowly by 5 revolutions.
Final tightening: Retighten by 1 increment (30º).
Marking of the nuts with left-hand thread: Groove on outer edge
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Max. permissible axial backlash of hub unit: 0 - 0.20 mm
Caution!
Failure to observe these instructions may result in an accident hazard! Brake pads and/or
brake discs that are worn beyond their wear limit result in a deterioration or even complete
failure of the braking effect.
Caution: The bolts listed below must be replaced during service and repair work.
The bolts must not be oiled or greased for installation.
Tighten the bolts with a torque wrench.
Tightening torques (Nm)
Bolts
Wheel flange
Torx bolt E24 M18x1.5
Integral brake disc
DSK bolt WAF 15 M14x1.5
Brake calliper to axle beam (6 bolts)
Hex. head bolt M16x1.5
Knorr
Wabco
1. Pretighten to 50 Nm diagonally.
2. Tighten by a further 90° diagonally (check torque 450 Nm)
1. Pretighten to 50 Nm
2. Final torque 120° diagonally
290 Nm
1. Pretighten (from inside to outside) 120 Nm
Brake calliper to axle beam (4 bolts) 2. Check the pretightening of all the bolts. Retighten, if necessary to 120 Nm
Multispline head screw M18x1.5
3. Final tightening to 450 ± 30 Nm or 120 Nm + 60º
(4 corners of the multispline head screw)
Tighten alternately and uniformly in two steps
Brake chamber hex. nut M16x1.5
1. Pretighten 120 Nm
2. Final torque 210 Nm (check torque 210 Nm)
Guide pins on brake calliper
290 Nm
340±20 Nm
Pad retainer clamp
cotter pin
30±15 Nm
GB 10
Service schedule
SK RS / RZ 9019 / 9022 / 11019 / 11222
Wheel bearing backlash, wheel bearing grease
Adjustment of the wheel bearing backlash is not necessary.
Change the wheel bearing grease after 500,000 km or 50 months. When changing the grease, inspect the taper roller
bearings for serviceability. Install a new O-ring and fit the wheel cap.
Note during brake repairs:
Carry out a visual inspection of the seals on the brake calliper. Do not dismantle the wheel bearing unit.
Do not use high-pressure cleaners or liquid cleaners on the brake disc and hub unit.
Clean any residues of grease from the axle stub end and repack with grease.
Tighten axle nuts
On left-hand side in direction of travel: Left-hand thread
On right-hand side in direction of travel: Right-hand thread
Tightening torque 900 Nm. Each hub unit must be rotated smoothly at least twice
while tightening the bolts.
Marking of the nuts with left-hand thread:
Milled groove on outside of hexagon.
Caution!
Failure to observe these instructions may result in an accident hazard! Brake pads and/or
brake discs that are worn beyond their wear limit result in a deterioration or even complete
failure of the braking effect.
Tightening torque
(Nm)
Guide bearings on brake calliper
2 carriage bolts
M16 x 1.5 - 10,9
Diaphragm / combination cylinder
2 hex. nuts
M16 x 1.5
Brake calliper attachment
to axle beam
M16 x 1.5 x 55
Wrench size
(WAF)
Hexagon
Outer
Inner
290
14
–
X
210
24
X
–
290
24
X
–
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Max. permissible axial backlash of hub unit: 0 - 0.20 mm
11 GB
Adjustment instructions
SKNLB / SKVLB 9019 / 9022
BINL9-19 / BINL9-22 / BIVL9-19 / BIVL9-22
Preconditions:
– The track measurement must be carried out with the trailer in unloaded state.
– On trailers with air suspension, the trailer must be adjusted to ride height.
5
500
➤
➤
➤
6
➤
Measuring
line
Measuring
line
Travel direction
1000
➤
Example of toe-in: Y - X = 4 mm/m to 7 mm/m
SAF-HOLLAND self-steering axles must not have a
negative track / toe-out.
Measurement of the axle geometry
Difference in the distancees AC and BD = <3 mm
Lubrication
point
Service instructions:
Lubricate the king pin bearing after
assembly
For the first time after 1 month,
then every 6 months
➤
4
Visual inspection:
Inspect the components for proper
function every 6 months.
➤
➤
Lubrication point
2
➤
3
➤
➤
➤
➤
GB 12
Toe-in
min +4 mm/m max +7 mm/m
Camber angle
± 12’
➤
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Permissible values for self-steering axle
1
Zero position
Both thrust washers are fully
in contact without gaps!
Adjustment instructions
SKNLB / SKVLB 9019 / 9022
BINL9-19 / BINL9-22 / BIVL9-19 / BIVL9-22
Tightening torques
2
Number per axle
2 Thrust washer retainer
4
3
Tie rod end
2
Clamp bolt
Tie rod
4
5
Clamp bolt
Locking plate
6
6
Locking cylinder
2
4
Tightening torque
450 Nm + 360º
120 Nm
600 Nm
120 Nm
120 Nm
120 Nm
Steering angle table
Bolt overhang “L”
Steering angle “a“
38 mm16°
44.5 mm
14°
51 mm12°
57.5 mm
10°
Axle centre
Note:
In order to avoid incorrect measurement, the steering axle must be relieved.
Steering
knuckle
centre
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No. Designation
1
Stub axle bearing
13 GB
Adjustment instructions
SKRLB 9019 / 9022
BIL9-19 / BIL9-22
Preconditions:
– The track measurement must be carried out with the trailer in unloaded state.
– On trailers with air suspension, the trailer must be adjusted to ride height.
X
A
D
Fahrtrichtung
Travel
direction
E
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B
GB 14
C
Y
Permissible values for self-steering axle
Toe-in
min +4 mm/m max +7 mm/m
Camber angle
± 12’
Example of toe-in: Y - X = 4 mm/m to 7 mm/m
SAF-HOLLAND self-steering axles must not have a
negative track / toe-out.
Measurement of the axle geometry
Difference in the distancees AC and BD = <3 mm
Dimension “E” is 537 mm; engage the reversing lock
Adjustment instructions
SKRLB 9019 / 9022
BIL9-19 / BIL9-22
5
5
4
3
2
➤
➤
3
➤
➤➤
➤
➤
2
Fahrtrichtung
Travel
direction
➤
➤
➤
1
1
Tightening torques
No.
1
2
3
4
5
Designation
Ball joint screw
Reatining clamp screw
Steering damper screw
Lock cylinder screw
Cover plate screw
Number per axle
2
10
2
4
6
Tightening torque
M30 (340 Nm)
M12 (80 - 90 Nm)
M24 (600 - 660 Nm)
M6 (8 - 10 Nm)
M8 (25 - 30 Nm)
Note:
During lubrication work on the steering pin bearing, the axle must be relieved (raised).
Lubrication at the bearing points of the king pin bolt
for the first time after 1 month,
then every 6 months
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Tighten all bolts to the prescribed torque and lock the nuts or insert the cotter pin.
15 GB
Maintenance (Visual inspection of brake pad wear)
Knorr disc brake Type SN7 – SK RB / RLB 9022 K / KI
SK RS / RZ 9022 / 11222 K
Knorr disc brake Type SN6 – SK RB / RLB 9019 K / KI
SK RS / RZ 9019 / 11019 K
BI9-19K / BIL9-19K / BINL9-19K / BIVL9-19K
SI9-19K / ZI9-19K / ZI11-19K
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Checking the pad wear
GB 16
New condition
Wear condition
Inspect the brake pads and brake discs and replace,
if necessary.
Maintenance (Visual inspection of brake pad wear)
Knorr disc brake Type SK7 –
SK RB / RLB 9022 KI01
BI9-22K01 / BIL9-22K01 / BINL9-22K01 / BIVL9-22K01
SI9-22K01 / ZI9-22K01
SI11-22K01 / ZI11-22K01
SI11-22K11 / ZI11-22K11
Checking the pad wear
Inspect the brake pads and brake discs and replace, if necessary,
if the dimensions are larger than shown in the table above.
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Wear inspection SB7...SK7
At the long guide pin
> 115 mm
At the short guide pin
> 63 mm
17 GB
Maintenance (Visual inspection of brake pad wear)
Wabco disc brake Type PAN 22-1 – SK RB / RLB 9022 W / WI
SK RS / RZ 9022 / 11222 W
Wabco disc brake Type PAN 19-1 – SK RB / RLB 9019 W / WI
SK RS / RZ 9019 / 11019 W
Wabco disc brake Type
Type PAN 22-1
– BI9-22W / BIL9-22W /
BINL9-22W / BIVL9-22W /
SI9-22W / ZI9-22W /
SI11-22W /
ZI11-22W
Checking the pad wear
Wear inspection
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At the long guide pin
At the short guide pin
GB 18
PAN 19-1
PAN 22-1
> 94 mm
> 67 mm
> 98 mm
> 73 mm
Inspect the brake pads and brake discs and replace, if necessary,
if the dimensions are larger than shown in the table above.
General information
Brake disc safety check
In order to be able to inspect the friction surface of the brake
pads, the pad retaining bracket has to be removed and the
brake calliper adjuster backed off.
Remove and inspect the pads.
Wear limits: Brake disc, brake pad
430
377
Brake disc
„A”
new (mm)
45
45
Brake pad
„B”
Wear limit
reached (mm)
37
37
„C”
new (mm)
Wabco
32
32
„D”
Wear limit
reached (mm)
Knorr
30
30
Wabco
11
11
Brake pads: Install only brake pads approved by SAF-HOLLAND.
When replacing brake pads due to wear, the pads on both sides of the axle must be replaced.
Brake pad wear difference: max. 5.0 mm (inner/outer pad)
Brake disc
Carefully inspect the braking surface of the brake disc for further
serviceability.
A1 -Mesh-like cracking is permissible.
B1 -Cracks running to the hub centre up to max. 1.5 mm
(width and depth) are permissible.
C1 -Unevenness of the disc surface is permissible.
D1 -Through cracks are not permissible.
Measure the brake disc thickness and polish, if necessary.
For safety reason, the minimum thickness for polishing the brake discs is defined as 39 - 40 mm.
Knorr
11 (SK7 - 9)
11
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Diameter
(mm)
19 GB
General information
Tightening instructions for adjustable pivot bolt
Attention:
Tightening always within the
specified ride height range!
No paint residues between eccentric/
thrust washer and hanger!
°
GB 20
Marking for angle tightening
120
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Pretightening 400 Nm
Use Torque wrench
Bolt head always on the eccentric
washer side.
Angle tightening 120°
Use impact wrench or extend
lever to 2.5 m
Visual inspection
General information
Semi-trailer tilt angle
Ride heights
Adjust the ride height of the air suspension axles to the permissible range indicated in the corresponding SAF-HOLLAND
documents.
With single axles, allow for a minimum suspension travel of 60 mm.
For trailers with multiple axles, allow for a minimum suspension travel of 70 mm.
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Exception:
For multi-axle trailers with lift axles, the minimum suspension travel at the lift axle should not be less than 100 mm
in order to ensure an adequate ground clearance.
21 GB
General information
Tyre changing on fully loaded trailer with INTRA axle
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Jack positioning points:
GB 22
o.k.
o.k.
8
8
not o.k.
not o.k.
General information
Adjustment of the air suspension system ride height
Air suspension valve
As standard, SAF-HOLLAND air suspension axles and system require only one air suspension valve.
The air suspension valve controls the air bag pressure in relation to the trailer load in order to maintain a constant
ride height in every load condition.
The air suspension valve is fastened to the trailer frame with screws and connected to the axle via the pivot joint
(valve lever and adjustment pipe). On triple-axle trailers, the system is generally connected to the middle axle (normally
in the middle of the axle), and on twin-axle trailers to the rear axle. In special cases (e.g. large trailer tilt angle), the air
suspension valve can be installed in the rear axle.
Installation
The valve lever should be at least 200 mm long and is horizontal when the trailer is in the driving position.
As a function check, move the lever down slightly. Air must now escape via the venting cap into the atmosphere. If air
flows into the air bags when the lever is pushed down, the valve lever has to be turned through 180°. For this the valve
lever has to be disconnected. The ride height is set by adjusting the adjustment pipe in the fulcrums and by turning the
lock nuts.
The adjustment must be carried out with the trailer standing on level ground. It can be carried out with the trailer either
empty or loaded.
Note
For a final check, the air suspension system should be lowered to the suspension stop or raised to the limit (shock
absorbers, stop ropes, air bag length). During this process, the specified angle between valve lever and adjustment pipe
must not be exceeded in order that the valve lever does not move in the wrong direction.
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For trailers with axle lifting system, the axle to which the system is connected depends on the axle to be lifted.
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Axle alignment
In order to compensate for production tolerances, an axle alignment and, if necessary, a correction should be carried out.
The maximum permissible deviations (tolerances) of the alignment values are specified by the tyre manufacturer.
The maximum possible wheelbase correction per axle is ± 6 mm.
Conventional adjustment
Determine the lengths of the diagonals A - C and A - F for the middle axle (reference axle) by comparison measurements,
observing the tolerances.
Check the wheelbases B - C and E - F for the front axle and C - D and F - G for the rear axle and correct, if necessary,
observing the tolerances.
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Optical adjustment
Observe the operating and setting instructions of the measuring system manufacturer.
Measured value A1
Measured value B1
Calculation of the toe-in and
toe-out values:
A1 - B1 (mm)
A (m)
=S
Measure line
S = positive value = Toe-in
S = negative value = Toe-out
Notes
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Laser with bracket
In order to avoid tyre wear, we recommend that an axle alignment is performed at regular intervals.
We recommend the use of an optical measuring system for carrying out the axle alignment.
For alignment, only the centres of the middle of the wheel cap or the middle of the axle stub end are of interest
as reference points.
Possible causes of deviations in the axle alignment are:
• Loose U-bolts
• Wear of the spring guide bearing
• Deformation of the axle assembly components due to improper use
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NOTIZEN/NOTES/NOTE
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Your new service number in case of a breakdown:
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Nouveau numéro du service d’assistance en cas de panne :
24 heures sur 24, 7 jours sur 7 !
Il vostro nuovo numero di servizio se restate in panne:
24 ore, 7 giorni la settimana!
En caso de avería, su nuevo número para asistencia técnica:
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